Bridgeland High School
survival guide
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Inside
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#All Info
Everything you need to know about school administration (page 02); Informing parents about all things Bridgeland (page 03-04); All about semester and above level testing (page 05); Debunking the myths about high school page (06); Important dates to remember this school year (page 06)
#map08-09 The school’s map made simple and easy for all students (page 07-08)
#Students
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Details about clear backpacks and where to find them (page 6); All the Do’s and Dont’s of Bridgeland (Page 6); This year’s spirit days and themes (page 6)
#Social
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Common coutesy and etiquette around Bridgeland (page 11); Tips and tricks on making friends (page 12); How to pay school fines and fees (page 12)
The
Bridgeland Student Media Editorial team
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Alfred Dozier Olivia Masterson Ashtyn Haggard Merrick Myers Maddie Wilson Caton Puckett Reece Ortiz Lucy Robinson Grace Kirkley
Marissa Segovia Gabie Palermo Sophia Prill Brianna Keller Michelle Padilla Charleigh Thomas Kaitlyn March Macie Gunn Emma Zwick Blake Beaver
Howstarted it all
Bridgeland High School, first founded in 2016, is the 12th high school in the Cy-Fair Independent School District. Opening in the 2017-2018 school year, and welcoming two classes. Not only did students walk into a new school, they also walked into school in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. They were able to persevere and welcome the new challenges. In 2018-2019 it welcomed its second freshmen class, now having three classes going to the school. As the school welcomed new students it also welcomed depressing losses and great efforts. The 2019-2020 came as Bridgeland welcomed another class, and finally had their first senior class. The Football team would make it to state, and many other organizations would take home awards.
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Statement
Bridgeland HS will strive to have every student feel valued and part of the greater school community. This will set the foundation for students to work with the staff, their parents and the community to form an indomitable team. This team will provide a safe, friendly and consistent learning environment, along with a well-balanced and challenging curriculum, so that every student can develop the skills necessary to be successful in learning, as well as in life, in an ever-changing world. To ensure that all students obtain these skills, the staff, parents, and administrators will not only provide the opportunities for students to discover the enjoyment in the value of daily learning but will continually strive to help each student reach their full potential.
miStatement ssion The purpose of Bridgeland High School is to develop, educate and empower all students to become caring and contributing citizens who can succeed in an ever-changing world.
BRIDGELAND, BRIDGELAND OUR FAIR SCHOOL TO THEE WE WILL BE TRUE LOYALTY AND TRUTH SHALL RULE OUR PROUD ORANGE AND BLUE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND IN OUR HEARTS YOU WILL ALWAYS STAY NOW AND FOREVERMORE WE WILL WIN THE DAY!
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Who TO
PRINCIPAL Micheal Smith ASSOCIATE PRINCIPAL Yolonda Sneed, Ed.D DIRECTOR OF INSTRUCTION Traci Underwood SPECIAL EDUCATION ADMIN Kim Collier DI HELPING TEACHER Chrissy Nelmes 504 COORDINATOR Tyisha Jenkins ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT SPECIALIST Breana Smith
meet assistantthe principals Scott Beyer (A-Ca) Don Stanton (Cb-Fu) Jill English (Fv-Ja) Kathryn Robinson (Jb-Me) Tashanna Boutte (Mf-Pr) Archie Grigsby (Ps-St) Cody Weatherly (Su-Z)
counselors
meet the
Shayla Rodriguez-Bell- Coordinating Counselor Cheryl Toon (A-Cal) Katie Abbott (Cam-EL) Jennifer Cabello (Em-Heq) Andrea Lembcke (Her-Li) Charlotte Thompson (Lj-Na) Jennifer Watson (Nb-Rn) Megan Agnew (Ro-Ta) Courtnie Grigsby (Tb-Z)
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parents keep it social
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SOCIAL MEDIAS TO FOLLOW TO STAY INFORMED
Parent s studen can drop th e t but ple off anywhe ir r e, a s e be m of teac indful h e r s traffic and st ud aro The on und the cam ent ly spot pus. drop o ff is the you can’t fire lan e!
FACEBOOK:
Bridgeland High School Class of 2025, Class of 2025 Bridgeland High School, Bridgeland High School - Class of 2024 parents, Bridgeland High School class of 2023, Bridgeland HS Parents 2022, Bridgeland Student Media, Bridgeland High School, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD, and Bridgeland HS Counselors
INSTAGRAM:
@bridgelandmedia and @Cyfairisd (plus lots of club accounts!
TWITTER:
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absent student?
Write a note or obtain a note from a doctor and have your child deliver it to the attendance office along with your signatiure and a copy of their parents’ photo ID.
handwritten note between 6:45-7:20 a.m. with the student’s name, grade, time to be released, parent phone number, and parent signature. If a non parent is picking up your child, write their name as well. The office will call a parent to confirm the student’s early release. After confirmation by phone the student may sign out and leave campus.
FAX a note to 832-349-7645 instead of sending your child with a physical copy. This also needs a photo copy of a parents’ photo ID and signature.
SCHOOL CASH ONLINE
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LEAVING EARLY ARRIVING LATE You must provide the school with a
Go to https://www.cfisd.net >Parents & Students > Resources > School Cash Online *If you are new to CFISD you will have to register for an account. If you already have an account, sign in using your login information. ** Student Cash Online is where you will go to pay fees, fines, and purchase tickets for events.
TIPS
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@BridgelandMedia, @BridgelandCFISD, and @CyFairISD
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Students will receive athletic practice uniform information the first few days of school. No need to stress! Write down your child s’ student ID or you will be asking them for it often! Teachers will inform classmates what supplies they need for class within the first week of school.
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All students, staff, and visitors must wear an ID Badge while on campus at all times. Landyards and IDs will be provided for students during the first day of school. Landyards from home are welcome.
A clear backpack policy was put into effect in 2018 and are still required. Students can use non-clear bags such as lunch kits, pencil bags, or purses but they must be around 6” x 9”x 5”. Mesh bags or any other non-clear backpack will not be allowed.
? e r e h W S LOCKER There are only a few hallway lockers at BHS. However, classes such as band, art, and athletics will provide students with a locker. Students will get more information on this within the first couple of weeks of school if they want to request a locker.
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INFORMATIOn:
CFISD STUDENT HANDBOOK
For policies, procedures, safety drills, attendance, extracurriculars, etc
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checking grades Go to https://www.cfisd.net/Bridgeland > Home Access Center (HAC) > On the Home Access Center (HAC) page
On the Home Access Center (HAC) page, click on the Home Access Center Login blue button. Log in using the login information provided by your child’s school. If you need assistance with your login, contact the Customer Care Center at 281-897-4357.
Within Home Access Center, you will see the following selections:
home Attendance classes grades registration
– Will return you to the main page of the Home Access Center.
– Will display detailed attendance information for each month.
– Will display detailed information about both the schedules as well as Classwork.
– Will display the individual grades for each assignment, test, progress report and report card.
– Will display detailed student information.
CFISD STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
For bus conduct, disciplinary authority, bullying, Level I-V Violations, etc *Or go to cfisd.net/domain/10 and click Student Code of Conduct or Student Handbook
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* Information extracted as of 07/21/21, subject to change
crammin’examin’ FOR
Exemptions are offered as an attendance incentive for students. Freshman can exempt one final per semester, Sophomores can exempt two finals per semester, Juniors can exempt three finals per semester, Seniors can exempt four finals in the fall and all finals in the spring. *CFISD has not announced exemption policy for this year
tips
requirements
- Students cannot have more than three absenses in a class they wish to exempt the final for. - Must have an 80 or above - All fines and fees must be paid - No suspensions or unsatisfactory conduct *CFISD has not announced exemption policy for this year
OCTOBER
December EOC- December 7-10, 2021 (Original / Retesters)
March & April SAT-March 2, 2022 (11th graders only) STAAR- March 28- April 19, 2022 (Life skills students) EOC English 1- April 5, 2022 (9th graders and Retesters) EOC English 2- April 7, 2022 (10th graders and Retesters) EOC Make-up- April 8, 2022 (Original and Retesters)
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tricks
Study! review all notes and practices Ask teachers for a review Arrive at the testing area early Be prepared! bring pencils and erasers Eat a good breakfast and have a good nights’ rest
m exaDates
PSAT- October 13, 2021 (All 10th and Registered 11th Graders)
finals?
Finals are tests that happen at the end of every semester. They test over everything learned in the semester, and they account for 1/7 of the overall semester average. There are many different tests and exams that will be taken throughout high school such as, regular tests in class, STAAR tests, finals, PSAT, Aspire tests, District Benchmarks, ASVAB test if going into the military, and EOC (end of course) exams.
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EXEMPTIONS
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AP Exams- May 2022 (Registered Students) EOC U.S. History- May 3, 2022 (11th graders and Retesters) EOC Algebra 1- May 4, 2022 (9th graders and Retesters) EOC Biology- May 5, 2022 (9th graders and Retesters) EOC Make-up- Friday, May 6, 2022 (Original and Retesters
june(restesters* only)
EOC English 1- June 21, 2022 EOC Algebra 1 and U.S. History-June 22, 2022 EOC English 2 and Biology- June 23, 2022
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retesters are students who have failed or missed their test
As Seen On TV
Super Stri
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Food Fights In The Cafeteria:
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Students & Lockers:
In movies and TV shows, there are almost always food fights in the cafeteria during lunch times. However, at BHS food fights are not allowed. Students will stay in their seats and enjoy their food until the bell rings.
Like any high school movie or TV show, there are plenty of lockers in the hallway. However, at BHS lockers are only used by students involved in specific electives.
Wandering Around The Ha
llways:
It’s weird how the ch aracters on TV and in movies never actually seem to be doing work. They are always wandering around the hallways , in the gym or in the cafeteria. However, BHS students are alw at ays expected to be present in class, an wandering around d the hallways is not permitted.
Singing & Dancing In The Hallways: Sadly, BHS is not like “High School
Musical.” You will rarely see people singing and dancing in the hallways, unless you encounter choir or theater kids.
Cafeteria Food:
At BHS, the school lunch will never be as bad as it appears in movies and TV shows. Stude nts will never be served some str ange looking and qu estionable meat. Food service s offers meals to acc ommodate all diet choices and alle rgies.
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Important Dates Grading Periods: Aug. 23 – Oct. 8 Oct. 11 – Dec. 17 Jan. 4 – March 11 March 21 – May 26
teacher work days: Sept. 24 Oct. 22 Jan. 14 Feb. 18 Apr. 18
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knowi n g yourway first
The agricultural hallway is on the first floor. Livestock production, equine science, veterinary medical applications, and other classes are in this hall.
*Refer to the key!*
FLOOR/MAIN STREET
Room numbers 1400-1900 are in main street EXCEPT. 1500s.
Portables 1&2 A/B
Cafeteria
Choir, Band, and Orchestra rooms can be found in the main hallway towards the theater.
Gyms
**Note: This is where things get a little confusing. Rooms in the 1500s are located here.
Gyms Gyms Gyms
Health rooms can be found in a hallway branching off the main hallway. This hallway is located next to the bathrooms that are next to the cafeteria.
academic tower
FIRST FLOOR
In the academic wing, the bathrooms flip on each side of the library.
Rooms in the 1200s
Portables 1&2 A/B, 3&4 A/B
** Note: some histories, such as AP US History are in the portables.
Rooms in the 1300s
Rooms in the 1100s
Cafeteria
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second
FLOOR
Rooms in the 2200s
Rooms in the 2300s
Rooms in the 2100s
Rooms in the 2100s
At the very back of the second floor, the business hallway can be found. Classes that will be here are business, computer science, accounting and money matters.
Rooms 2001-2012
third fourth AND
FLOOR Rooms in the 3300s and 4300s
3132 Rooms in the 3200s and 4200s
LGI 4125
key Miscellaneous Courtyard Atrium Second Floor Third Floor Fourth Floor
Rooms in the 3100s and 4100s
Hallways Buisness Hall CTE Hall Art Hall Health Hall
Bathrooms
Cafeteria
Elevators
AP/Counselor Offices Portables
Natatorium
Toddler Playground
Auditorium
Auto Class Ag
Entrance/Exit Stairs Library
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you know...
Just so
DO'S AND DON’TS OF SCHOOL, ALL ABOUT HOMECOMING AND DRESS UP DAYS
Do's - Do bring and wear a clear backpack on school grounds. - Do wear appropriate clothes to school, always follow the dress code.
Don'ts - Don’t bring any non-clear backpack, such as mesh bags. They are not allowed. - Don’t wear hats in school unless told so.
- Do take off your hoodie when you enter the building.
- Don’t disrespect others or staff members.
- Do try to bring all the necessary supplies that are asked of you on the first day of school.
- Don’t be unprepared for school, bring what you need to WIN THE DAY.
- Do pay fines and fees.
- Don’t forget to pay fines and fees, they carry over the next year.
- Do join clubs and be involved. There’s a group for everybody, and if there’s not, you can make one.
- Don’t be uninvolved, have fun and join clubs. Take it from a senior these years go by fast.
clear bag policy what are... Mums& garters Bridgeland like all CFISD Middle and High Schools enforces a clear bag policy. Clear Backpacks and Totes are allowed. See the QR code below for more information.
Part of a long-standing Texas Homecoming tradition, Mums and Garters are Homecoming staples. They’re seen as an important Texas tradition and activity and are worn on the Friday of the Homecoming game. A Mum is a large arrangement of various ribbons, bells, charms, flowers, and other things sewn, glued, or taped together to form a unique design. Typically, mums are worn by girls, whilst garters are worn by boys. When it comes to wearing these creations, mums go around the neck and garters go around the forearm. It’s common that mums and garters are designed by dates for their date, to be later exchanged. Underclassmen wear school colors, juniors wear white, navy and silver, and seniors wear silver, and white at Bridgeland for Homecoming.
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BHS football days
spirit
Saturday, August 28, 2021-Rain Out Cain ponchos, blue, and rain gear
Dress Up Days
One of the ways students can stay involved is by participating in dress-up days. There are different types of dress-up days throughout the year, such as Homecoming Week, Game Days, and Red Ribbon Week.
Saturday, September 4 Lei the Sharks Low Hawaiian attire Friday, September 10 Clash of the Clans Viking-related attire Thursday, September 30 Chop down the Woods flannel shirts, and lumberjack-related attire Saturday, October 9 Orange out orange out shirts Friday, October 15 Pink out Saturday, October 23 Tame the Panthers wear circus-themed attire Friday, October 29 Light Up Lakes Neon attire Thursday, October 4 Capture the Eagles Camo attire
homecoming spirit days
Monday 9/20 The Great and Powerful Bears! - Dress as any character from the Wizard of Oz Tuesday 9/21 There’s a storm coming - Heroes vs. Villains Wednesday 9/22 Follow the Yellow Brick Road - Parade Day! Dress to represent your club Thursday 9/23 Lions, Tigers & BEARS, Oh my! - Wear your BHS spirit gear with your mums and garters Friday 9/24 Student Holiday - No School, Homecoming Football Game that night
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Etiquette bridgeland In
games:
At games, make sure you pay attention to your surroundings. When the cheerleading team and Claw Crew do their cheers, try to participate to boost the team’s morale. When in the student section, you are surrounded by students, so make sure not to be a distraction for them by making TikToks or using foul language. Finally, never talk when someone is injured on the playing field because it will be disrespectful to the student that is injured.
hallwa y:
Be mindful that the library won’t always have the books you’re looking for - if the book isn’t at school, you can ask Mrs. Keene to order it. When visiting the library at lunch, be aware that you cannot eat. The second floor of the library is off-limits to all students unless given permission to enter. Whenever the library is hosting pets, such as Birdie the hedgehog, be mindful of rules regarding handling them.
Library
Parking lot:
cafeteria:
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Students should always walk on the right side of the hallway in order to minimize traffic. While moving from class to class, don’t play music through speakers or showcase PDA. Keep your voices at a minimum and don’t stop in the middle of crowded hallways - walk at a fast pace so you and your peers can get to class and not risk getting a tardy.
For all students and parents, there are lots of unspoken rules regarding the parking lot. For starters, never park in a student’s reserved parking spot. If that student complains about your car being there, it will get towed, and APs sometimes look through the parking lot. When a student leaves school early or arrives late, parents must use the front entrance and not the band lot. At the end of the day, students who can drive must be mindful of everyone’s time, merging when needed and not blocking students from leaving their parking spots.
The Cafeteria is probably one of the most important places in the school. Not only for social interaction but also because of food. Even though Bridgeland has a great custodial team, students should always remember to clean up after themselves. This means leaving the tables as clean as you found them, and leaving promptly when told to. Also, remember to not cut in line!
How to Switch Classes In regards to switching classes, the last day to make a schedule change request was the last day of school. At this time students cannot make schedule change requests due to the Master Schedule being completed and teachers needing to attend training for their classes over the summer. The only changes that can currently be made would be a level change if the student qualifies to move to a higher level course or to move to a lower level course. Classes are chosen for the entire school year during the previous school year, and unfortunately changes cannot be accommodated at semester.
FinesandFees
It is up to the teacher/sponsor/ organization to determine if their fees will be put on School Cash. We place ID fees on School Cash and attach them to students weekly as needed. Most clubs and classes will put their fees on School Cash and attach them to students involved. Some fundraisers may be put on School Cash. Fees placed on School Cash are either attached to a group of students or there might be a link that is distributed only to those needing it. Typically this happens when the fee will be paid by people not assigned to BHS (community members or students at another school).
How to Make Step One:
Friends
The Approach
Meeting someone new is all about putting yourself out there. On your first day, if you see someone in one of your classes that seems interesting to you, start a conversation. A great first impression can be made with a compliment and asking them a few basic questions.
Step TWO:
Assert Your Intent
Try not to say just one thing to a person and then never speak to them again, especially if you are trying to become their friend. Most teachers don’t give out a seating chart for classes until students have picked their seats on the first day of school. Sitting next to someone is a surefire way to get to know them during the grading period.
Step Three:
Talk to them Consistently
Small talk is not a crime when starting out. An important part of getting to know someone is making sure you can feel relaxed around each other. A true friendship cannot blossom if both parties are constantly afraid of what the other thinks about them. Even asking to be partners for a project is a good way to keep a relationship aflame.
Step four:
Hangout outside of the Classroom
Most friendships made in school only last for that year. If you want to make friends that will last you for your entire high school career, make sure that you talk to them in non-school settings. Going shopping together or even watching a movie is a perfect way to show that you want them in your life.
Step five:
If all Fails, Join a Club
Sometimes, finding a friend inside of your classes is difficult. If that happens, you can join a club that is revolving around your interests. That way, you can meet people that you already have things in common with.
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- the cafeteria
LINGO
to learn
- the large room in the acedmic tower with the wood stairs - outside area of the commons with tables to sit at during lunch. The courtyard also has stairs leading up to the second floor near the business hallway. - the swimming pool located past the gyms - theater across from the gyms - the large main hallway that feeds into the academic tower, commons, atrium, and auditorium - the portion of BHS with 4 floors, this is also where most classes are located - the second gym on the second floor with the small gym - the large meeting room at the middle of the fourth floor
apps to download
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1. Google Drive: A cloud where you can share, save, and access files for class. 2. Remind: Allows teachers and mentors to give daily updates 3. Quizizz: Use in class or at home to study (teachers may have this as a class assignment) 4. Quizlet: Play interactive games or study flashcards to learn 5. Schoology 6. Kahoot: A gamebased learning platform used in schools 7. Flipgrid: Make short educational vides (teachers may also grade these)
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clconnections ub
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Scan here to get a list of clubs, club descriptions, and club contacts. Visit https://sites.google.com/ cfisd.net/bridgelandhs-clubs/ home
sportsschedules
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Scan here to get sports schedules. Go to https://www. cfisd.net/Bridgeland > Athletics > Schedules > Athletic Schedules
Where to Buy School
do's and
Don'ts
Merch
story by Charleigh Thomas design by Lucy Robinson
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Do’s and Don’ts for buying tickets
tickets for games do:buy ahead of time online
Store
through Etix or on campus during your lunch.
don't:
HEB
28550 Hwy 290 Cypress, Texas
expect to get any tickets for games at the door.
Walgreens
15110 Mason Rd Cypress, Texas
Kroger
ood Dr 20355 Cypressw s xa Te s, Cypres
any QR codes posted do:use around school to buy tickets for theater, choir or dance events
expect to be able to walk into theater, choir or dance events without a ticket.
don't:
ONLINE
buy tickets for dances, do:like hoco or prom, as soon
bridgeland athletic booster club
sideline.bsnsports.com Shine by Design
as you can. Preferably in the commons or online.
don't:
bring bills over $20 when paying for tickets because the change back is limited.
Steps to buy tickets online for football games: Go to cy-fairtix.com find Bridgeland and click ‘Get Tickets’, next log in with your student username and password, then find the game that you want to attend and purchase your tickets.
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